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Federal Grants for Home Repairs: Safety, Accessibility, and Rent Protection.

This Act establishes a pilot program providing federal grants and loans for comprehensive home repairs, focusing on improving safety, accessibility, and energy efficiency. The program supports low-income homeowners and small landlords who, in exchange for financial aid, must maintain affordable rents and cap increases for at least three years. The goal is to ensure better living conditions for vulnerable citizens.
Key points
Low-income homeowners (up to 80% of area median income) can receive grants for essential repairs, including accessibility modifications for the disabled and elderly.
Small landlords can obtain forgivable loans for repairs, provided they cap annual rent increases at 5% or inflation (whichever is lower) for assisted units for a minimum of 3 years.
Repairs covered include addressing habitability concerns, safety hazards, energy efficiency, and physical accessibility modifications like ramps and grab bars.
The program requires coordination with existing federal, state, and local repair programs to maximize benefits and streamline the application process for citizens.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5990
Sponsor: Rep. Williams, Nikema [D-GA-5]
Process start date: 2025-11-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Whole-Home Repairs Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5990.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-11-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Low-income homeowners (up to 80% of area median income) can receive grants for essential repairs, including accessibility modifications for the disabled and elderly.
  • Small landlords can obtain forgivable loans for repairs, provided they cap annual rent increases at 5% or inflation (whichever is lower) for assisted units for a minimum of 3 years.
  • Repairs covered include addressing habitability concerns, safety hazards, energy efficiency, and physical accessibility modifications like ramps and grab bars.
  • The program requires coordination with existing federal, state, and local repair programs to maximize benefits and streamline the application process for citizens.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Williams, Nikema [D-GA-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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